Insulin, Insulin pump and CGM

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Basal insulin (Background)

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The amount of insulin necessary to regulate glucose levels between meals and overnight. No relationship with food.

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Bolus/Correction insulin

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Supplemental doses of short or rapid insulin given to correct blood glucose elevations

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Bolus/Nutritional insulin

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Insulin required to cover meals, IV dextrose, enteral nutrition, TPN or other nutritional supplements.

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Basal doses are still given if the patient is NPO?

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Yes, with modifications.

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Insulin Lantus is an example of

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basal insulin

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Can an admitted patient use his/her own insulin pump?

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Yes, with a physician order.